Pair of C19th Neoclassical bronze and marble Cassolette after work by sculptor Clodion

An impressive pair of Neoclassical patinated bronze and marble cassolette after C18th design by french sculpture Claude Michel known as Clodion. Sitting on thick square red veined marble bases the central patinated bronze urn body depicts play cherubs in Bacchanillian scenes that tapers down to a fluted gilded bronze foot with a chased laurel leaf collar. The Handel are stylised chimerical ibex heads with curled horns. Great statement pieces for a console, fireplace etc. In excellent overall condition with some minor chipping to base corners.